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SFW Painting Specializes in Exterior Home Painting
SFW Painting has provided many years of successful professional exterior home painting in Happy Valley and throughout Oregon. Having painted homes in the Pacific Northwest for over a decade, we know how to protect your home from the impact made by the wet climate and turbulent weather.
As home exterior paint experts, the secret to our success is paying close attention to all the details of the job, which means thoroughly assessing your house in all its unique specifications and characteristics. We look at each new job as an opportunity to learn something new and as a challenge to provide the perfect strategy to painting your Happy Valley home in an impeccable manner.
Interior Painting
The interior painting process must be minimally disruptive to you and your family. As your Happy Valley house painter, we will accommodate your busy schedule all year round—including the winter months.
Lead Paint Stabilization
Any home constructed before 1978 may have lead paint. In 1991 the EPA stated that lead-based paint is considered the “number one environmental threat to children’s health in the United States.”
Historic Home Restoration Contractor
Working on historical and vintage homes is a specialized skill set. Understanding the construction methods and materials used for these periods is crucial to these restorations. SFW Painting Contractor specializes in historical home restoration in Portland, Vancouver, and Seattle.
Prep Work is the Foundation of Exterior Painting for Your Happy Valley Home
The key to effective painting is comprehensive prep work. The prep work sets the stage for the painting to proceed smoothly. The purpose of the prep work is to clean the exterior paint surfaces of your Happy Valley home so that the paint applications will adhere properly and be durable and long-lasting.
We begin prep work by power spraying your home to remove the dust and dirt, the mildew, mold, and grime that has accumulated on the exterior painted surfaces. Then we scrape the exterior to thoroughly remove any remaining detritus and forge a “clean slate” upon which we can efficiently begin to paint. Lastly, we seal the unwanted cracks and crevices with NP-150 SONOLASTIC caulking to waterproof the exterior painted surfaces of your home.
The Primer Lays the Foundation for the Final Coat
The primer coat is the first layer of paint we lay down. It provides a layer of insulation and sealing for your home as well as a solid foundation to which the final coat of paint can adhere. The final coat represents the colors you want to see in the final product of your freshly painted home. We help you to choose colors that bring you joy and make you feel at home.
We use only the highest caliber final coat and primer paints from Sherwin Williams, Rodda, and Miller.
Painting Resources
Please browse through our checklists, how-to articles, videos, and blog posts to learn more about our approach to the exterior painting process first, how we prepare; second, the lead paint removal and renovation process; and third, the tools we use to keep your family and us safe during a renovation.
Understanding Exterior Painting Prep
3 MIN READ
Exterior painting transcends mere color application; it demands meticulous preparation, the cornerstone of any successful painting endeavor. This preparatory phase ensures optimal paint adhesion, longevity, and aesthetic appeal. Through detailed inspection, surface cleaning, sanding, caulking, and priming, we lay the groundwork for a finish that is both durable and visually striking.
No, We Can’t Just Paint Over The Rot
2 MIN READ
Painting over rot is a temporary fix that hides but doesn't solve the underlying issue. Rot, caused by prolonged moisture exposure, weakens wood and can lead to structural damage, health hazards, and increased repair costs. Proper treatment involves eliminating moisture sources, removing rotted wood, treating the area, and then repairing and painting the affected parts.
Can You Paint Vinyl Siding?
4 MIN READ
Explore the dos and don'ts of painting vinyl siding in our detailed guide. Learn about selecting the right paint, preparing the surface, and applying techniques that ensure durability and enhance aesthetics. Get expert tips on maintaining your newly painted siding to keep your home looking great for years.Finance Your Paint Project
One of the ways we serve our clients is by offering multiple payment options. We accept cash, check, and all major credit cards. We have also built the best direct-dealer financing program of any local contractor. We can provide loans of up to $100,000.00 with terms for 2-14 years in length with payments as low as $35.00 per month.
Finance some or all of your project, no down payment required.